Yerington Bb Dam
Key Takeaway
Yerington Bb Dam is classified as low hazard in Nevada. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 9.7% in NV) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | NV00180 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARIMETCO INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yerington Bb Dam?
Yerington Bb Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Yerington Bb Dam?
Yerington Bb Dam is owned by ARIMETCO INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Yerington Bb Dam?
Yerington Bb Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Yerington Bb Dam?
Yerington Bb Dam has a dam height of 10 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Yerington Bb Dam last inspected?
Yerington Bb Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.